Whether you’re using your 2013 Ford Transit Connect 2.0 to haul lots of cargo or lots of passengers, we’re certain you rely heavily on it to get an important job done! To keep your van running smoothly, you’ll need to know its engine oil capacity and keep up with a regular

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Large cargo and passenger vans are great tools for many types of professionals—whether you’re filling up the back with tools of your trade, or shuttling around paying customers. Whatever you use your Ford Transit Connect 2.0 for, you’ll want to make sure it’s well maintained so that it can perform well for as long as possible.

Regular oil changes are an essential form of maintenance—and doing them yourself can save you a bunch of money in the long run. To help you get started with your next oil change,

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2013 Ford Transit Connect 2.0 engine oil capacity

Your 2013 Ford Transit Connect 2.0 is powered by a 2.0 L 4-cylinder engine that requires 4.5 quarts of oil—or about 4.3 liters.

This might seem confusing. How can a 2.0-liter engine take 4.3 liters of oil? Keep in mind that your engine’s oil capacity is not the same as its displacement. Here’s the difference:

Oil capacity refers to the amount of oil required for each oil change.

Displacement refers to the 2.0-liter volume that each of your engine’s cylinders takes up.

What kind of oil does a 2013 Ford Transit Connect 2.0 need?

Don’t just go ahead and fill your 2013 Ford Transit Connect 2.0 with any old oil—not all engine oils are created equal. Therefore, you must use full synthetic 5W-20 oil.

These numbers refer to the oil’s viscosity—how thick it is. Let’s break them down!

“W” stands for winter, and the number before the “W” tells us the oil’s viscosity in cold temperatures (0°F). The second number tells us its viscosity in very hot temperatures (212°F). Therefore, 5W-20 oil has a low viscosity in the cold and remains relatively thin when it’s extremely hot.

An oil with these ratings will perform well under cold weather conditions, while low viscosity will cause less wear and tear on your engine.

You’ll also notice Ford recommends full synthetic oil. Specifically, the owners manual recommends using Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

If you have another brand in mind, it should be fine—as long as it’s a full synthetic oil that meets the viscosity requirements recommended by your owner’s manual.

You might notice that synthetic blends and conventional motor oils are a bit cheaper. Ford does not recommend that you use either of these options—especially since they’ll require you to change your oil more often.

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How often to change the oil on a 2012 Ford Transit Connect 2.0

So exactly how often should you

change your oil and filter

Fortunately, full synthetic oil extends the life of your oil changes, allowing you to go 7,500 to 10,000 miles between changes, according to experts. Even if you drive quite a bit, this should occur every six months or so.

Although Ford doesn’t recommend it, if you do opt for a synthetic blend or conventional oil, you’ll need to perform oil changes much more often—about every 3,000 to 5,00 miles.

Your vehicle’s dashboard may include a warning light that informs you exactly when an oil change is required, but be sure to check your oil level regularly anyway. A good rule of thumb is to check all of your fluids monthly, or at every other gasoline refill.

Here are some signs that your motor oil needs changing:

Dark brown or black oil resembling Pepsi or Coke. Clean oil should look more light brown or amber, like tea.

Motor oil feels coarse or gritty

Unfamiliar noises coming from the engine

New smells, especially anything that smells like oil, smoke, or burning

Changes in your vehicle’s performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Once it’s time to change your oil, all that’s left to do is get to work! Here are the items you’ll need on hand:

A socket wrench

A drain pan

A filter wrench designed to remove the old oil filter

A replacement filter

5 quarts of premium 5W-20 engine oil (enough to fill your engine, with a little bit left over)

The first step is to simply run the engine for a while until it reaches normal operating temperature. This will take only about five minutes unless it's very cold out. Once everything is all warmed up, shut your engine off, and go ahead with your oil change:

Remove the oil fill cap

Crawl underneath the engine and remove the oil drain bolt and washer, draining the old oil into the drain pan

Remove the old oil filter and continue to let the oil drain

Install the new filter

Replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer and tighten it to 29 lb-ft

Refill the engine with your new oil and replace the fill cap

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary.

You can ensure that you’ve added enough oil to your vehicle by using the car’s dipstick. Then, run your vehicle for a few minutes and check carefully for leaks. Finally, take a look at your dashboard’s

oil pressure light

, which should be off.

Don’t forget to clean up responsibly! Never dump the dirty oil on the ground, down a drain, or in your regular trash can. Instead, place it safely in a sealed container and bring it to a local recycling center for eco-friendly disposal.

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